Associate Director of Catering

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

$80K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of catering sales or event planning experience in hospitality
  • 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred
  • Proven ability to exceed revenue targets and foster client relationships
  • Strong negotiation, presentation, and organization skills

Responsibilities

  • Drive catering revenue through proactive sales efforts
  • Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships
  • Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities
  • Lead and support the catering team to ensure flawless event execution
  • Collaborate with hotel departments for guest satisfaction
  • Uphold high service standards and focus on exceptional guest experiences

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Matching 401k after 1 year
  • Meal provided every shift
  • Travel discounts at partner hotels nationwide
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
  • On Demand Pay - access pay before payday
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Nationwide discount program for events and attractions
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

THE JOB:

This role will report to : Director of Sales and Marketing

YOU:

As the Associate Director of Catering, you would drive catering revenue through proactive sales efforts, strategic event planning, and strong client relationship management. You would partner closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing to identify new business opportunities, cultivate lasting client relationships, and maximize revenue growth. You would lead and support the catering team, provide guidance throughout the sales and planning process, and ensure every event is executed flawlessly. By upholding high service standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and focusing on exceptional guest experiences, you would help achieve the property's financial goals while creating memorable and successful events for clients and guests.

Requirements

To be successful in this position, you:
  • Have experience in catering sales, event planning, and/or hotel sales within a hospitality environment.
  • Build strong relationships with clients while delivering exceptional service and memorable event experiences.
  • Generate new catering business through proactive sales efforts, networking, and account management.
  • Partner effectively with hotel departments to ensure seamless event execution and guest satisfaction.
  • Are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Take ownership of your results, embrace feedback, and continuously look for opportunities to grow revenue and enhance the guest experience.

Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive catering sales experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven track record of exceeding revenue targets and building strong client relationships.
  • Strong negotiation, presentation, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

When joining our team as the Associate Director of Catering, you will be offered:
  • Pay Range of $80k - $95k annually
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Matching 401k after 1 year
  • Meal provided every shift
  • Travel discounts at partner Noble House Hotels around the country
  • Paid holidays/ Vacation time
  • On Demand Pay - your pay before payday
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Nation wide discount program (inclusive of theme park, MLB, NFL and concert tickets )


Are you ready to join the excitement?

If you enjoy being a part of a team, providing excellent experience for our guests and meeting new people, we invite you to apply.

Salary Description

$80,000 - $95,000 per year

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